The Aquarium Mermaid Shows is integrated into the Silverton, a resort with a casino, restaurants, shops and other upscale features in Las Vegas, Nevada. This attraction displays stunning fish and other aquatic creatures from all over the world. Mermaids also swim and entertain guests at this free attraction that caters to families. The adjacent Bass Pro Shops has several smaller aquariums that are also free of charge. Click to book your Big Bus Tours.
Exhibits and Features
The main attraction at the Aquarium is a tank that's filled with 117,000 gallons of saltwater. This installation is home to a variety of exotic fish from the Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Caribbean Sea and other seas. Schools of fish swim in harmony with stingrays and other aquatic creatures that thrive in warm, saline water. The bottom surface of the main aquarium is decorated with natural and man-made rock formations and corals. Click to book your Big Bus Tours.
Throughout the day, beautiful ladies dressed as mermaids swim inside the Aquarium. These charismatic divers bring popular legends and myths to life. You could also view daily feeding shows that are done by experienced marine biologists. These friendly staff members will gladly answer questions about the residents of the aquarium.
Connected to the Silverton Hotel, the Bass Pro Shops is home to several other aquariums that entertain shoppers and visitors. Containing approximately 18,000 gallons of freshwater, the largest tank hosts a large colony of koi fish. This aquarium has a theme that's inspired by the scenic Red Rock Formations in Nevada and other parts of the American Southwest.
The Bass Pro Shops at the Silverton includes several other aquariums that display freshwater species, ranging from carp to bass. You can even see some turtle ducks swim in the aquariums at this enormous sport shop. Perhaps you'll also glance at the elusive sturgeon, a prehistoric fish that's valued for its premium eggs.
What's the best part of the Aquarium Las Vegas and the Bass Pro Shops aquariums? They're all free. That's right, you don't ever have to spend a single penny to admire marine species in this resort. If you're interested in helping the marine environment, then ask about the Save Our Beach Foundation that's sponsored by the aquarium.
Donations help this non-profit organization clean up beaches throughout the United States of America and other countries. The Save Our Beach Foundation also hires volunteers who want to actively participate in exciting missions with other enthusiastic citizens.
Visiting the Aquarium
The Aquarium Mermaid Shows is located inside the Silverton Hotel in the southern part of Las Vegas, Nevada. This resort is conveniently situated near the intersection of Intestate 15 and Blue Diamond Road. I-15 essentially connects the Las Vegas Strip with all other parts of the city and the Las Vegas Valley.
There's plenty of outdoor parking space available at the Silverton, so you don't have to waste time looking for metered spaces. Since it's located outside of the busy Las Vegas Strip, this hotel isn't easily accessible by public transportation. You won't be able to take the Las Vegas Monorail to the aquarium. On the bright side, McCarran International Airport is only a 10-minute drive away from the Aquarium Las Vegas.
With more than 10 rental car companies to choose, you'll have an easy time finding a ride for your visit to the Silverton Hotel. You could also ask the concierge staff about complimentary shuttles and other transit arrangements that are available for guests with room reservations.
